How Choose a topic of interest, spend a little time researching it, have a discussion, publish the notes

Why The chief benefit is the fostering of a greater understanding of the world before death and to hopefully prompt further thought and discussion

Introduce the topic: Gun Ownership

Topic Overview

Gun control is a vital component of any society that values the rule of law however, the availability of weapons and the freedom to defend oneself and one's property using firearms could be equally vital. Is it possible to maintain a safe and just society with free and easy access to ballistic weaponry? Should gun possession be criminalised and wielded only by democratic governments? In this show, we will discuss the polarising dilemma of gun ownership.

Off Topic

(What we’re not talking about.)

Punishment

Talking Points

What guns are

What gun ownership means

Reasons cited for gun ownership

Personal empowerment e.g. youth gangs

Target practice

Protection of family, property

enthusiasm

Fear of government

perception that government is inadequate

Weird polarisation, typically by country

Some people cannot wrap their minds around the desire or the perceived need to own guns. This is most commonly observed when Europeans consider American pro-gun attitudes.

‘In summary, the main benefits of gun ownership are feeling safe, free, independent, and powerful. However, if you own a gun it is 22 times more likely to be used to kill you (suicide) or someone you love (accident, homicide in a heated argument) than a stranger in self-defense.[26] The costs of living in a society of gun owners also means a substantially higher rate of homicides, suicides, and accidents.’